Russian knapweed
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common name-the Russian knapweed
scientific name- Acroptilon repens
family- Asteraceae
general description- reproducing by roots, can grow up to 3 feet has a well-developed branching root system. Covered with downy-white hairs, rose to purple or blue, in composite heads which are flask-shaped, about 1-2 cm. long, solitary on the ends of leafy branches. Seeds are an ivory to light brown color, 2-3 mm.
control practices-destroying the plant's ability to reproduce by vegetative means.
interesting fact- Introduced from Asia.
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scientific name- Acroptilon repens
family- Asteraceae
general description- reproducing by roots, can grow up to 3 feet has a well-developed branching root system. Covered with downy-white hairs, rose to purple or blue, in composite heads which are flask-shaped, about 1-2 cm. long, solitary on the ends of leafy branches. Seeds are an ivory to light brown color, 2-3 mm.
control practices-destroying the plant's ability to reproduce by vegetative means.
interesting fact- Introduced from Asia.
location-